Current Affairs : 1st August to 5th August 2026
1. TRAI Revamps MyCall App to Improve Voice Call Quality The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has launched a…
Varsha Ashok Aglawe Becomes 1st Woman DG of Geological Survey of India
India has achieved a landmark moment in the field of earth sciences and public administration with the appointment of Varsha…
RBI Plans to Restart Licensing of Urban Co-operative Banks | Key Details Explained
In a major policy initiative aimed at strengthening India’s co-operative banking sector, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is preparing…
Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill 2026: 10 Key Changes, Objectives & Impact
The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill 2026 has been introduced to strengthen India’s regulatory framework governing foreign contributions received by…
Shah Rukh Khan Becomes India’s Most Valuable Celebrity Brand in 2025
According to Kroll’s India Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2025, Shah Rukh Khan was ranked India’s Most Valuable Celebrity Brand, reflecting…
Air India has appointed Tewolde Gebremariam as its new CEO
Air India has appointed globally respected aviation executive Tewolde Gebremariam as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director…
Supreme Court Tightens Rules Against Rising Digital Arrest Fraud
In a major step to protect citizens from the growing menace of cybercrime, the Supreme Court of India has tightened…
Lok Sabha passes Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill, 2026
In a significant move to modernize India’s banking and legal framework, the Lok Sabha has passed the Bankers’ Books Evidence…
Ramsar Sites in India: History, Significance & Complete Guide
Wetlands are among the world’s most valuable ecosystems, providing freshwater, supporting biodiversity, regulating climate, and protecting communities from floods and…
Spain–Morocco Crisis Explained
The Spain–Morocco crisis is one of Europe’s longest-running geopolitical disputes. Although the two countries maintain strong economic and security ties,…
Veteran Educationist and Former Governor D.Y. Patil Dies at 90
Padma Shri Dr. Dnyandeo Yashwantrao (D.Y.) Patil, founder of the renowned D.Y. Patil Group and former Governor of Tripura, Bihar…
Bhopal to Host BRICS Culture Ministers’ Meeting and Working Group Sessions from Today
Bhopal has become the focal point of global cultural diplomacy as it hosts the BRICS Culture Ministers’ Meeting along with…
Actor Pradeep Rawat of ‘Ghajini’ fame dies at 74
Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, best known for his memorable roles in Ghajini, Lagaan, and B.R. Chopra’s iconic television series Mahabharat,…
RBI’s New Executive Director Monisha Chakravarty & Ombudsman Scheme
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed career central banker Monisha Chakraborty as its new Executive Director (ED), effective…
Sports Minister felicitates Indian athletes of CWG 2026 with cash rewards
In a major boost to Indian sports, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya officially felicitated the…
Nauru Renamed as Republic of Naoero: Everything You Need to Know
Nauru Renamed as Republic of Naoero. The Pacific island nation formerly known internationally as Nauru has officially adopted the name…
Glaw Lake Earns India’s 101st Ramsar Site Recognition
India has strengthened its commitment to environmental conservation with Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh being designated as the state’s first…
India Finishes 4th in Commonwealth Games 2026 Medal Tally
India wrapped up an impressive campaign at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland, finishing fourth in the final medal…
Lok Sabha Passes Supreme Court Judge Strength Bill: Key Changes, Objectives & Impact
In a significant move aimed at strengthening India’s judicial system, the Lok Sabha has passed the Supreme Court Judge Strength…
Hurun India Women Leaders 2026: Meena Bindra Claims No.1 Spot
The Hurun India Women Leaders List 2026 celebrates India’s most influential women across business, entrepreneurship, sports, philanthropy, technology, healthcare, and…
PM Modi Inaugurates Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Andhra Pradesh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Greenfield Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram in Andhra Pradesh’s Vizianagaram district, marking…
NSA Ajit Doval Honoured with Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026
India’s National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval has been conferred the prestigious Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026, recognizing his outstanding…
Fields Medal 2026 Winners: Hong Wang, Yu Deng & 2 Others Honoured
Four Mathematicians Make History Hong Wang, Yu Deng, John Pardon and Jacob Tsimerman have been awarded the 2026 Fields Medals,…
Environmental Performance Index 2026: India Ranks 176th Out of 177 Countries
India has been ranked 176th out of 177 countries in the Environmental Performance Index (EPI) 2026, placing it second from…
Gulveer Singh and Harjinder Kaur win Silver medals at Commonwealth Games
India continued its strong performance at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, adding two more silver medals to its…
Heartbreaking! India’s Ajaya Babu Wins CWG 2026 Silver
India's Ajaya Babu won the silver medal in the men's 79kg weightlifting event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 with a…
Tourism Ministry Partners with Air India to Boost Global Tourism Under Incredible India Campaign
The Ministry of Tourism has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Air India to promote India as a preferred…
India Beat Pakistan 3-1 to Win FIH Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship
India’s sub-junior men’s hockey team delivered a dominant performance to defeat arch-rivals Pakistan 3-1 in the final of the FIH…
AP Cabinet Approves Vishnu Women’s University, Andhra Pradesh’s First Private Women’s University
The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has approved the establishment of Vishnu Women’s University, making it the first private university exclusively for…
Mirabai Chanu wins India’s first gold at Commonwealth Games 2026 in weightlifting
India’s weightlifting star Mirabai Chanu has won the country’s first gold medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026 after a dominant…